The term "registered representative" means an employee engaged in the solicitation or handling of accounts or orders for the purchase or sale of securities, or other similar instruments for the accounts of customers of his employer or in the solicitation or handling of business in connection with investment advisory or ...

FINRA's rules and guidance strive to protect investors and ensure the integrity of today's rapidly evolving market. FINRA is here to help keep investors and their investments safe. To ensure this protection, we enact rules and publish guidance for securities firms and brokers.

"New issue" means any initial public offering (IPO) of an equity security as defined in Section 3(a)(11) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 made pursuant to a registration statement or offering circular, subject to some exceptions. See FINRA Rules 5130(i)(9) and 5131(e)(7).

FINRA Rule 2121, also known as the 5% rule or 5% policy, was adopted to ensure that the investing public receives fair treatment and is charged reasonable rates for brokerage services.